What do you get when you cross near death experience situations, out of body experiences, interactions with invisible entities, with the challenges of disbelief, isolation, substance misuse, and skepticism towards spirituality? Well, of course you get this week's guest. Dive into what exactly attaining enlightenment in today's world really means, how the ego can serve as both a barrier and a teacher, and even what roles trauma, suffering, and survival play, and how these difficult experiences can be catalysts for profound spiritual breakthroughs.

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Here’s what we cover:

• Defining Enlightenment: We dive into what it means to attain enlightenment in today’s world, exploring its definitions and the varied paths individuals embark upon in their quest for spiritual awakening.
• Ego and Obstacles: Discover the common hurdles on the journey to enlightenment, particularly how the ego can serve both as a barrier and a teacher. 
• Embracing Emotions: The importance of accepting both positive and negative emotions. Hear first hand accounts of how embracing the full spectrum of feelings has been crucial for personal growth and enlightenment.
• Trauma and Transformation: We discuss the role of trauma, suffering, and survival, offering insights into how these difficult experiences can be catalysts for profound spiritual breakthroughs.
• Mystical Experiences: From near-death experiences to out-of-body phenomena and encounters with spiritual entities, our guest shares his extraordinary stories. 

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